In this episode, we tackle the challenging yet crucial topic of reintegrating sex into a marriage after betrayal. Rebecca Vander Meer and Traci Wright, two Pure Desire Clinicians, share why this is such a struggle for many couples and the common mistakes that can hinder progress. From rushing the process to overlooking emotional intimacy, we explore what cou ... Show More
Sep 29
482 - What We Can Learn From a Catholic Priest About Addiction
In this episode we sit down for a conversation with Archbishop Joseph Naumann. Together, we explore the cultural roots of pornography addiction, its impact on youth and marriages, and why the church must break its silence to offer real healing.Resources:Religious Alliance GET STA ... Show More
50m 50s
Sep 22
481 - Misusing Scripture in Recovery w/ Tabitha Westbrook & Neil Schori
Can the Bible be used in ways that actually cause harm?In this episode, Neil Schori and Tabitha Westbrook join us to unpack some of the most commonly misused passages about sex, marriage, submission, forgiveness, and abuse. We talk about what these verses mean in context, how Scr ... Show More
53m 18s
Sep 15
480 - How To Improve Your Sex Life How To Improve Your Sex Life w/ Cliff & Joyce Penner
Many couples desire deeper intimacy but struggle with shame, silence, or confusion around sexuality. When faith and sexuality become disconnected, it can impact connection with God, ourselves, and our spouse.In this episode, Dr. Clifford and Joyce Penner explore how couples can r ... Show More
47m 40s
May 2024
Sex After Infidelity | E403
How do you have a healthy sexual relationship with your partner after the trauma of infidelity? It's possible, and in fact, going through the process of healing your relationship together can bring you closer in unexpected ways.
But the road to recovery is not an easy one, espe ... Show More
43m 30s
Oct 2025
Building Healthy Sexual Relationships
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Restoration Beyond the Couch, Dr. Lee Long sits down with Nancy Houston, a seasoned sex therapist, to talk openly about sex, intimacy, and the struggles that can often go unspoken. Together, they explore how intimacy impacts emotional health, th ... Show More
1h 7m
Oct 2024
460: Re-engaging the Sexual Withdrawer
Run, don't walk to listen to today's episode! Laurie and George lay out a transformational conversation between partners: when the sexual withdrawer begins to reenage. Re-engagement means, the sexual withdrawer is aware that something is not working, sees the negative cycle and t ... Show More
35m 28s
Oct 2023
Steps to Rebuild a Marriage: Episode 312
<p dir="ltr">Are you facing a difficult season in your marriage, feeling weighed down, worn out, or dissatisfied by challenges and conflicts? This type of season is not uncommon for marriages. Though it seems complex and ominous to tackle, there are specific patterns that have br ... Show More
36m 31s
Jun 2020
255: Common Sexual Challenges And How To Overcome Them
Having sex is not as straight forward as it may seem, especially in long term relationships. Our personal sexual history, combined with another individual's personal sexual history, can make things quite complicated! Listen to today's show to learn how to navigate the sexual chal ... Show More
44m 50s